Philosophy

Cultural Sensitivity

Red Feather believes that tribal members know and understand what is best for their communities. Because they are the experts, we involve them in every aspect of our work, and we assist them in carrying out housing objectives that they deem important, rather than impose what we think is best for their community.

Partnerships

Building partnerships with reservation communities is the core of our programs. Our volunteers work side-by-side tribal members in the construction of each home, gaining an invaluable amount of trust and understanding of each other’s cultures. Our dedication to partnerships is far more valuable than any one person’s individual skills.

Empowerment

Red Feather’s top priority is community involvement. As explained in our mission statement, we believe that this is a key component in the goal to achieve substantial and lasting change on American Indian reservations. To this affect, a large portion of our commitment is spent towards empowerment.

Personal Enrichment

Red Feather volunteer opportunities combine service with real world learning. Volunteers routinely leave a project with a new appreciation for the host nation and its people. Many volunteers say that working with and getting to know the reservation community was a life changing experience.